TL;DR: There are five aspects to the gift of leadership. We need to see potential, believe in others, nurture the skill, teach leadership explicitly, and then we must provide opportunities to empower them to lead. Leadership is a skill that needs to be developed. Just like all teachers are leaders, all students are leaders too. Notice, name, and nurture. Show … Read More
Preparing for Your Conferences
TL;DR: There are a number of things you can do to prepare for your Parent-Teacher Conferences. Below you will learn 6 tips for preparation: learn from your previous mistakes, plan accordingly, create a schedule to ensure proper seating, communicate well with parents, take notes, and make a lasting impression. It’s October and the first quarter is likely wrapping up which … Read More
Creating a Path to Success
TL;DR: There are many things a teacher can do to prepare for Parent-Teacher Conferences that help make them run more smoothly and make a lasting impact. Below you will find 10 tips on what you can do to create a path to success for students: schedule ahead, be prepared to share something positive about each child, prepare your students and … Read More
What If We Had Engaging Meetings?
TL;DR: It’s important to prioritize our time with staff during meetings to connect, grow, discuss important issues, and allow for collaborative decision-making. Be intentional with how you structure meetings. Flip the staff meeting and share information ahead of time via email, Flipgrid, Smore Newsletters, Padlet, or a Google Document with hyperlinks. Offer an opportunity for teacher voice through the Amplify-Sunset-Create … Read More
Your New Idea Done Right Blog Series
Your Idea Done Right Blog Series Overview No one said implementing a new idea would be easy! AND when you are an educator continuously looking for new ways to engage students for a more dynamic learning experience, the new ideas are endless! But how do you ensure your new ideas don’t flop? This blog series contains 3 posts that share … Read More